Welcome to the year group page for Cliff, Johnstone and Banksy classes.

We have one final term left of the academic year and here are the details of what our Year 5 children will be learning about before they move to Year 6.

English

This term, we’ll dive into the exciting adventure story The Explorer by Katherine Rundell. It will inspire much of our writing as we explore the author’s use of language and the choices she makes to engage the reader. Alongside this, we’ll use a range of non-fiction texts to support our learning in history and geography, helping us write with purpose and confidence.

Maths

We’ll be learning about shape, position and direction, as well as building on our understanding of decimals and how they link to addition and subtraction. Later in the term, we’ll explore negative numbers and practise converting between different units of measurement.

Science

In science, we’ll investigate plants and how they reproduce. We’ll also explore and compare the life cycles of different animals, including mammals, birds, fish, reptiles and amphibians.

History

We’ll travel back in time to learn about the Ancient Maya. Children will discover what daily life was like, how their society was organised and explore different ideas about why this fascinating civilisation came to an end.

Geography

Our focus will be rainforests, with a closer look at the Amazon Rainforest. We’ll learn about its layers, the incredible wildlife that lives there and important environmental issues such as deforestation.

Art

This term, we’ll study the work of Dyan Reaveley and Deborah Roberts. Children will compare their styles and create their own artwork inspired by one of these artists.

Design & Technology

Our learning will focus on the digital world, where we’ll explore how everyday devices, such as thermometers, work.

Computing

We’ll be creating digital images using vector graphic software and building our coding skills by using ‘selection’ in programs like Scratch.

Religious Education

We’ll explore different beliefs and worldviews, including Hinduism and its key ideas and gods. We’ll also learn about non-religious perspectives such as atheism, agnosticism and humanism.

RESPECT & Personal Development

We’ll discuss important topics such as friendships, staying safe, making healthy choices and celebrating what makes each of us unique, helping us to look after ourselves and others.

Music

Children will listen to a variety of musical styles, practise keeping a steady beat, learn songs and have the chance to play different instruments.

Physical Education

As the weather improves, we’ll move outdoors for activities such as cricket and athletics. We’ll also take part in team-building challenges through outdoor and adventurous activities.

Welcome to our Year 5 class page! This term is packed with exciting learning opportunities across the curriculum. Below is an overview of what the children will be exploring during the Spring term.

English

This term, pupils will enjoy reading engaging and thought-provoking texts, including War of the Worlds by H.G. Wells and Viking Boy by Tony Bradman. Through guided reading, discussion and writing, children will deepen their understanding of characters, settings and themes. Our writing will be linked to important historical events connected to our science and history topics, helping children write with purpose and imagination.

Maths

In maths, children will develop their confidence using formal methods of multiplication and division, applying these skills to real-world problem solving. They will also extend their understanding of fractions and explore how these link to decimals and percentages. In addition, pupils will learn about perimeter, area and statistics.

Science

Year 5 have two exciting science topics this term:

• Space – Children will explore the wonders of our solar system, learning how day and night occur, how planets orbit the sun, and how the moon orbits the Earth.

• Reversible and Irreversible Changes – In Spring 2, pupils will investigate states of matter and discover which changes can be reversed and which cannot, using hands-on practical experiments.

History

In history, we will be learning all about the Vikings and their impact on Britain. Our journey begins with the Viking raid on Lindisfarne in 793 AD and continues through to their eventual defeat in 1066.

Geography

This term in geography, the children will explore climate change, learning about its causes and discussing modern strategies that aim to reduce its impact on our planet.

Art

In art, pupils will study the famous artist Vincent van Gogh. They will explore his artwork and techniques before creating their own paintings inspired by his distinctive style.

Design & Technology

Throughout the Spring term, children will design, make, test and evaluate their own mechanisms. They will follow the full design process while developing problem-solving and basic engineering skills.

Computing

In computing, pupils will focus on online safety. They will learn how to stay safe online, use technology and online games responsibly, and understand how to report any concerns.

Religious Education

In RE, we will explore different religions and beliefs, learning about inspirational people from around the world. Children will also discover the role of religious charities and why being charitable is important.

RESPECT (PSHE)

Through our RESPECT lessons, children will discuss important topics such as friendships, staying safe, making healthy choices and celebrating what makes each of us unique. These sessions support pupils in caring for themselves and others.

Music

In music, children will listen to a range of musical styles, keep a steady beat, learn new songs and have opportunities to play a variety of instruments.

Physical Education (PE)

PE lessons will include a range of activities such as hockey, tennis and dodgeball, alongside creative movement and gymnastics to build strength, coordination and teamwork.

French

In French, pupils will learn fun words and phrases linked to the four seasons and an exciting topic all about ice cream! They will practise speaking, listening and singing in another language.

 

During the Autumn term, this is what we will be looking at throughout the curriculum.

English

We’ll be diving into some amazing stories like Night of the Red Devil (a story about a boy and his family on holiday in Whitby) and Beowulf (an epic tale of a brave warrior slaying monsters) and writing our own diary entries, narratives and poems. We’ll be learning how to make our writing even better with adventurous vocabulary, strong sentences, and correct punctuation.

Maths

We’re becoming number experts! This term we’ll be learning all about place value, adding, subtraction, multiplication and fractions, all whilst solving problems to build our confidence with numbers.

Science

Get ready to be a scientist! We’ll be investigating forces such as gravity, friction, and air and water resistance, whilst asking questions, making predictions, and doing experiments to develop our understanding.

History

In History, we’ll be travelling back all the way to the mid-400s, where the Anglo-Saxon period in Britain began.

Geography

In Geography, we’re exploring our British coastline using a variety of map work with a focus on Whitby.

Art

We’re getting creative! This term, we’ll be drawing, painting or sculpting just like real artists, such as Illuminated Letters inspired by the Anglo-Saxons

Design & Technology

We’ll be designing and making something brilliant! Whether it’s building, cooking, or crafting, we’ll plan, make, and test our creations like real inventors.

Computing

We’ll be using computers to create our very own game on coding software Scratch, and learning how to use technology in clever and safe ways.

Religious Education

We’ll be finding out about different religions and beliefs, learning how people celebrate, pray and what they believe is important in life focusing on the religion and practices of Islam.

RESPECT

We’ll be talking about big ideas like friendships, keeping safe, healthy choices, and what makes us special — learning how to look after ourselves and each other.

Music

We’ll be listening to different styles of music, keeping the beat, learning songs such as Livin’ on a Prayer by Jon Bon Jovi, and maybe even writing our own!

PE

We’ll be moving our bodies in lots of fun ways focusing on invasion games, fitness and dance.

French

We’ll be learning to say fun words and phrases in French like greetings, colours and food — and having a go at speaking, listening and singing in another language!